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When my husband and I set out to find and take pictures of wheelchair accessible waterfalls in every U.S. state, we were excited about the challenge. We gave ourselves no time limit to accomplish our feat; however, we had one mutually agreed upon rule that dictated how long we would stay in any given area. That rule was to never shiver again. Needless to say, adhering to this rule presented a new challenge. The new challenge was to find a waterfall that was actually flowing. Visiting mid-west and eastern states during months that prevented us from shivering are the same months that are hot enough to dry up streams; hence, little or no water flow for waterfalls. The natural scenery and picturesque landscapes warrant a second visit in the early spring right after the snow melts.

Bob and Jan

Bob and Jan
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Monday, June 29, 2009

BIG BIG DAY

I am so excited. Bob was so interactive today! He was awake when I arrived around 2pm. He was smiling away. He gave us (Zachary, Kyle (Zachary's friend), Theresa (my friend, and me) a full belly laugh when we told him that we were going to take him out on the golf course. We painted a vivid picture for Bob...The boys (both 14 y.o.) are going to drive a golf cart, pulling Bob in his hospital bed behind them. At full speed, they'll attempt to go through the pond, but they get stuck in the middle. It so happens that the pond has a water fountain in the middle. So, there they are, golf cart, two teenage boys, and t in a hospital bed, in the lovely hospital gown, cracking up laughing while being showered by the pond' fountain. hahahaha....

T is mouthing some words. I asked him if he wanted talk with his parents. He mouthed, "sure". I gave him two beanie babies to hold (likes to hold things to feel the texture ). One was a puppy. I asked him if the beenie babies were better to hold, he mouthed, "I think so". He was holding a tube of lotion.

One of the best parts is that he can lift his arms far enough to give me a hug.

When I left tonight, I gave him a hug and kiss goodnight and slipped away as he listened to "Wide Load". I could tell he wanted to sing. It will come. Patience is a virtue. All who know me, I'm a very calm person.

**Hopefully, tomorrow, I will be able to post pictures from my phone onto the computer. I have one from today that shows Bob holding his guitar. He shook his head "no" when asked to play for us.

Prayer from Pastor Daryl:
God of grace and glory, holy comforter, healing Spirit, we give you thanks for Bob’s continuing recovery and renewal. Continue to reach out and bring him healing through the hands of those who care for him. Radiate through his life with the light of your presence, that renewed health and strength may be his. Grant to him and those dear to him the continuing assurance of your steadfast love and mercy that they may know the peace that comes from you; through Christ our healer. Amen.
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